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Guidelines for Artist Statement

Your artist statement appears on your profile page of the SVOS web site. Statements are no longer optional and every artist is required to submit a statement with their application.

New this Year: Include a Studio or Profile Image for Your Statement

Objectives:

  • Your statement should describe your art and explain what is different and unique about what you do.
  • It should help potential visitors decide to come to your studio during the Open Studios weekends.
  • Present an image of quality and professionalism of SVOS artists.

General Statement:

  • Start with a general statement about what kind of art you do and describe your specific focus. Give this a little marketing flair. Example: Instead of writing “I paint large florals”, say something like “I paint large florals with vivid color and delicate detail.”
  • Describe any demonstrations of your art that visitors can watch.
  • If you’ve traveled to interesting places to get ideas or material for your work, you can mention that.
  • If you use unusual materials or have developed unique techniques, then briefly describe them.

Other Information You Might Include:

  • Galleries (virtual or physical) where your art is currently on display. The galleries don’t have to be local, but should be ones where your art is presently on display.
  • Prizes you have won in major shows such as regional, statewide, or national shows. Prizes at local art club events aren’t so important and don’t add much to your statement.
  • Education or degree in fine art.

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